Highlander of the Month

  • Every month, each department selects and honors a student. At the Highlander of the Month reception, parents, students, and staff gather in the library to hear the accomplishments, contributions, and strengths of these outstanding Scots. If you know any of these young people or their families, congratulate them!

    September   |   October   |   November   |   December   |   January   |   February   |   March   |   April   |   May

  • December 2018

    Dec HOM

    Art Basir Koleini hard worker who challenges himself and explores strategies to be successful; continues to improve utilizing strong growth mind-set
    AVID Armando Valdez Moreno his diligence and hard work do not go unnoticed; he is organized and advocates for himself; silent leader in class
    Business/Industrial Tech Callen Evans leads by example; participates in discussions; helps others; creates fantastic projects that all enjoy
    Directed Studies Byron Britt genuine, kind, and respectful; challenges himself everyday; demonstrates tenacity; fights hard through hard times; veni vidi vici
    English Lorrenz Atendido polite, caring and hard-working; kind, supportive and positive with others; spends extra time to produce highest quality work
    FACSE Ainsley Brebner comes to class everyday ready to work; sets a positive example for peers; appreciated for hard work, flexibility, and sense of calm
    Mathematics Romy Nevens always ready to learn; great attitude; asks smart questions and helps peers; is missed when gone; gives group direction; great at leading
    Music Bella Brown wonderful new addition to SC and band program, conscientious, motivated, and kind; fine musician on bass clarinet and piano
    PE/Health Ivka Boguszewski kind and respectful to others; responsible; contributes to group and partner work; quality effort goes above and beyond 
    Science Zoe Lemchen curious and engaged; digs deep into subject matter; extremely helpful to peers; cheerful demeanor, curiosity and enthusiasm appreciated
    Social Studies Adonyas Argaw responsible, curious, well-organized, hard-working; wonderful presence in class; positive attitude; respectful of others
    World Languages Teja Raichur out performing upperclassmen in Spanish 3; self-disciplined; dedicates time outside of class; the one others turn to for help; integrity

    November 2018

    Nov HOM

    Art Tabitha Wagner pushes boundaries, constantly experimenting to complete vision; started late but quickly jumped ahead; creating strong body of unique work
    AVID Brandon Reyes Ideal college-bound student; punctual, analytical, curious, genuine desire to learn; works his fingers to the bone; always strives to improve
    Business/Industrial Tech Wesley Brown has made a major impact on SCNN and, maybe more importantly, his enthusiasm is contagious; lucky to have him
    Directed Studies Tyree George has shown huge growth in desire and commitment to learn; kind leader who enjoys helping others; looks for challenge
    English Ariella Acevedo works hard to be successful; natural writing skills and yet still looks for ways to improve; helps others and encourages them to do their best
    FACSE Daniel Alvario demonstrates tremendous leadership in field site experience at Shoreline Preschool; mature, thoughtful, cares about people and children
    Mathematics Lois Gomez loves helping others; great perspectives to share; looks for ways to improve; works well with all students; makes classroom a better place
    Music Parker Smith dedicated choir student; example of perseverance and cares deeply about getting it right; a role model for others and a leader in Chansons
    PE/Health Piper Randall produces high quality work in all areas; leader; dependable volunteer; respectful of diversity; takes responsibility for her learning
    Science Alex Fray enthusiastic and genuinely curious; works hard; thoughtful and intuitive; perpetually friendly and gracious; always ready to offer help and a smile
    Social Studies Natalie Hakim leader that brings others to her maturity level; asks the right questions delving deeper into the complexities and uncovering the truth
    World Languages Benjamin Valenti demonstrates dedication and courage to make mistakes; persistent effort to communicate his ideas and apt at applying new material

    October 2018

    oct HOM 18

    Art Emma Howlett talent for putting together imagery and emotion to create dynamic art; unique, multi-talented artist; pushes others to do their best
    AVID Hannah Sy quiet and steady; pushes herself to take challenging AP and college level classes; earned a strong GPA; engaged in school activities and clubs
    Business/Industrial Tech Ella Fredericks always does high-quality work; uses time effectively and is an active contributor to class
    English Lauren Hyde passionate, intelligent who is also kind, supportive, and very wry; a talented writer, a creative singer and an excellent student of literature
    FACSE Hanna Cowan comes to class on time ready to work with a smile and an upbeat attitude; huge asset; takes pride and demonstrates professionalism
    Mathematics Kanon Ludwig consistently earns perfect scores in geometry class; helps struggling peers; fights hard for positive outcome
    Mathematics Kaelise Muzzy strives for perfection; asks thoughtful questions; deep thinker; skilled mathematician who tackles ideas from all sides
    Music Angelo Osborn hard-working, conscientious student; eager to learn and improve; helps set up daily; a pleasure to have and an asset to Stage Band
    PE/Health Giana Reed enjoys the process of learning shares that joy with others; always helpful in all areas; brings the best of herself to class everyday
    Science Emanuel Tesfaye thoughtful, kind soul who makes SC a better place; dedicated student; open to learning different perspectives and educating others
    Social Studies Odoum Nith outstanding work ethic; excellent content knowledge; respectful and inclusive; consistent positive contributions benefit all
    World Languages Katie Wein fearless participation in class; has worked hard to be most efficient; works well with peers; sets a great example for her brother

    September 2018

    sept HOM 18

    Art Neve Lin outstanding artist, creative, thoughtful; challenges herself; puts in countless hours to art club, adds a sense of calm, fun, and integrity to class
    AVID Mawahib Ismail always prepped and ready for class; leader in AVID and BSU, pushes herself, takes on challenge; person of opinions and exercises voice
    Business/Industrial Tech Michael Belay excellent self-manager and advocate; conscientious and responsible; turns in work on time and works to improve
    Directed Studies Jess Leazer hard-working; has shown tremendous growth in self-regulation and demonstration of safe behaviors and appropriate communication
    English Todd Schindler shares in discussion, offers considerate responses; mindful of perspectives; demonstrates growth mindset; always challenges self
    FACSE Addie Michaelson positive personality and empathetic demeanor, challenges herself; enthusiastically applies what she learns
    Mathematics Ainara Singleton does great collaborative work with her peers; enthusiastically shares her problem-solving thought process; positive leader
    Music Jared Chaney has done a great job connecting with the freshman percussionists and making drum line welcoming for all; role model TA
    PE/Health Bella Perritt gives 100% all the time; goes above and beyond expectations, positive attitude about all things and a great role model to peers
    Science Mehlat Seleshi a bright light in any classroom, hard-working student that values education; genuinely encouraging force for others in their learning
    Social Studies Samuel Klem projects an aura of intellectualism and critical thought; a leader who improves the performance of those around him
    World Languages Tim Billing adapted to SC famously; active participant who encourages others; willingly shares experiences to enrich the learning of all